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UAE delivers ambulance, X-ray machine to Gaza Strip
Abu Dhabi: ”Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” has delivered an X-ray machine and a fully-equipped ambulance to the Al Marwani Field Hospital in the Gaza Strip. This donation is part of the UAE’s…
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Video: Middle East’s first passenger-carrying drone trials take place in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: The first passenger-carrying drone trial in the Middle East takes place in the UAE‘s capital, Abu Dhabi, during Abu Dhabi Mobility Week. The two drone trials were conducted by Abu…
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UAE: Ras Al Khaimah to launch air taxis by 2027
The authorities in Ras Al Khaimah has announced plans to launch electric air taxi services by 2027. The announcement was made on Tuesday, May 7, at the Arabian Travel Market 2024 in…
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Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways to operate to Jaipur
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways is showcasing its successful growth story, ambitious plans, and investment in guest experience at the Arabian Travel Market, which opened today. The UAE’s national airline expects to welcome…
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Hollywood actor Ryan Reynolds named as Yas Island’s new chief island officer
A renowned Hollywood actor, Ryan Reynolds, has been appointed as Chief Island Officer (CIO) for Yas Island Abu Dhabi, the region’s leading leisure and entertainment destination. In a promotional video released on…
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12-truck UAE aid convoy enters Gaza Strip
Al Arish: An Emirati aid convoy entered the Gaza Strip on Wednesday via the Egyptian Rafah crossing as part of “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3” to support and relieve the Palestinian people during…
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UAE FM, Israeli opposition leader meet in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs recently met with Yair Lapid, Leader of the Opposition in Israel. During the meeting, the latest developments…
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UAE hit by heavy rain, thunder, Indian airlines issue alert
United Arab Emirates (UAE) residents woke up to heavy rainfall with strong winds, thunder, and lightning in the early hours of Thursday, May 2, with more wet weather expected throughout the day.…
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UAE: Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed passes away, 7 days of mourning declared
Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed, Abu Dhabi Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region, passed away on Wednesday, May 1. He was 82. The Presidential Court issued a statement, “In the name…
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UAE: New check-in service opens for Abu Dhabi airport passengers
Abu Dhabi: A new city check-in service has opened in Mussafah for passengers travelling through the Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi. The check-in service will be offered for Etihad Airways, Air…
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Akshaya Tritiya 2024: UAE jewellers offer free gold coins, discounts
Akshaya Tritiya, an Indian festival celebrated on Friday, May 10 this year, is traditionally marked by the purchase of gold to usher in good fortune and prosperity. Jewellers are offering exciting deals…
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Watch: Robotic arm can now fill your petrol tanks in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has introduced a robotic arm capable of swiftly refueling vehicles at petrol stations. The company plans to launch a robotic arm by the end of the…
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Jailed Palestinian writer Basim Khandaqji wins top Arab prize
Palestinian writer Basim Khandaqji, who has been in Israeli prisons since 2004, won the 2024 International Prize for Arabic Fiction (Booker) for his 2023 novel A Mask, the Colour of the Sky.…
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UAE records minor earthquake felt by residents
Abu Dhabi: A minor earthquake of 2.8 magnitude was recorded in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Saturday morning, April 27. In a post on X, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) in UAE…
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Abu Dhabi Airports records 6.9 million passengers in Q1 2024
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Airports, the operator of the Emirate’s five airports, has released its exceptional passenger traffic results for the first quarter of 2024. The travels of more than 6.9 million…